South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame Annual Banquet
Celebrate South Dakota’s Newest Class of Sports Legends
Join the South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame as we honor the newest class of Hall of Fame inductees and celebrate the athletes, coaches, contributors and legends who shaped South Dakota sports history.
The Annual Banquet brings together generations of athletes, families, fans and communities from across the state for an unforgettable evening recognizing excellence, leadership and lifelong achievement.
Event Highlight
Sunday, September 12, 2027
Sioux Falls Convention Center
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
An Evening Honoring South Dakota Sports Excellence
The South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame will host the 2027 banquet on Sunday, September 12, 2027. The 2027 class of inductees will be announced in the spring.
The Hall of Fame has recognized 418 women and men from every region of South Dakota representing more than 30 sports.
Established in 1968 by the South Dakota Sportswriters Association, the Hall of Fame continues to preserve and celebrate the people who shaped athletics across the state through competition, leadership and service.
Today, the organization is managed by a dedicated group of volunteers from communities throughout South Dakota.
2027 Banquet Information
The South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame Annual Banquet is a public event, and all are invited to attend and celebrate the newest Hall of Fame inductees.
Date
Sunday, September 12, 2027
Location
Sioux Falls Convention Center
Sioux Falls, SD
Admission
Public Event — All Are Welcome
Ticket Information
Tickets Available Summer 2027
Honoring Excellence Across South Dakota Sports
Hall of Fame inductees are selected in three categories that reflect the many ways individuals contribute to athletics across South Dakota.
Athletes
Recognizing outstanding athletic achievement and competition.
Coaches
Honoring leaders who shaped athletes, teams and programs.
Contributors
Celebrating individuals who strengthened sports through service, media, administration, officiating and advocacy.
Honoring Excellence Across South Dakota Sports
2026 Annual Banquet Gallery
Photos from the 2026 Hall of Fame induction ceremony and banquet celebration.
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Support the Hall of Fame Mission
Support from donors, sponsors and banquet attendees helps preserve South Dakota sports history and expand access to Hall of Fame stories and experiences across the state.
